In Denver, as in other jurisdictions, weapons crimes carry serious legal consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and a permanent criminal record. One crucial element in prosecuting weapons-related offenses is the establishment of intent—the mental state or purpose behind the possession or use of the weapon. In this blog, we will explore the role of intent in Denver weapons crime cases. We’ll examine how prosecutors seek to establish intent, how defense attorneys
The Bill, introduced by a Republican representative in the state House, would allow felons whose felony convictions were non-violent, or also did not involve arson or otherwise the use of any force, to regain their firearm rights. Currently, Colorado law mandates that all felons, regardless of the nature of their conviction, lose their firearm rights. The idea behind this law is that a non-violent felon is much less likely to